Sunday December 23, 2012: on this day

December 23, 2012 was the 358th day of the year 2012, under the sign of Capricorn and the day of the week was Sunday.

Is December 23, 2012 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on December 23, 2012, who was born and died on December 23, 2012, what holidays and observances are celebrated on December 23, 2012, which were the most popular songs (ex. Locked Out Of Heaven by Bruno Mars), movies (e.g. Moneyball, directed by Bennett Miller), TV series (e.g. Parental Guidance) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about December 23rd, 2012 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was December 23, 2012?


December 23, 2012 was a Sunday and it was the 358th day of the year 2012 in the Gregorian calendar.

December 23, 2012 can also be written as 12/23/2012 in the US and as 23/12/2012 in UK and Europe.

December 23, 2012 in December 2012 calendar

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December 23, 2012: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on December 23, 2012:

  • Civil war in syria:: up to 200 civilians are killed during the conflict by syrian government warplanes over helfaya in hama province.
  • In the hama province, up to 200 civilians have been killed by syrian government warplanes.
  • Piratery in somalia: troops in somalia’s puntland region free 22 hostages taken by pirates almost three years ago.
  • Pirates seized 22 hostages from somalia's puntland region three years ago.
  • Conflict in northern mali 2012: islamists in mali reported to have resumed their campaign to destroy mausoleums they consider idolatrous in timbuktu's historic city.
  • 2012 central african republic rebellion:: after a string of similar victories in recent weeks, the seleka rebel coalition takes control of bambari. it is the country's third-largest town.
  • After a string of similar success stories in recent weeks, the seleka rebel coalition retakes bambari.
  • After the volcano began spewing ash, volcanic activity alerts were issued by argentina and chile.
  • A plane on its way from winnipeg to sanikiluaq (nunavut) crashes with nine passengers, killing a 6-month-old baby.
  • Major flooding has been reported in stonehaven, aberdeenshire, scotland by emergency services.
  • After ramming into snow mounds from an avalanche that blocked the tracks, a train derails in switzerland's alps.
  • A fire swept through kabul's money exchange and market, destroying at least 600 shops.
  • According to the south korean defense ministry, north korea launched a satellite into orbit as a covert test for a missile with a range of 10,000 km.
  • Metropolitan police commissioner bernard hogan howe said that his force would launch "a ruthless hunt for the truth" in relation to the andrew mitchell "plebgate” controversy.
  • Egyptian constitution referendum, 2012: the constitutuent assembly draft constitution is approved by a majority in a referendum held on 15 and 22/12/12. (bbc), (reuters) (al jazeera). the main opposition to the draft constitution referendum in egypt demands an investigation, citing "frauds and violations" during the voting.
  • The constitutuent assembly draft constitution is approved by a majority in a referendum held on 15 and 22/12/12.
  • The main opposition in egypt demands an investigation into the referendum on the draft constitution. they cite "fraud and violations" during the voting.
  • Brazil hosts the 2014 fifa world cup. they will face italy in a friendly match in geneva, switzerland on 21 march 2013. this is ahead of their 2013 fifa confederations cup match in salvador, bahia on 22 june 2013.
  • Sir alex ferguson said that robin van persie, manchester united's striker, is lucky to be alive after an unfortunate incident in the premier league match in wales. it ended in a 1-1 draw.
  • Chelsea missed many chances, including a penalty. however, they still managed an 8-0 premier league win over aston villa. this was their worst loss in their 138 year history.
  • After being pressured by fans following defeat to karabukspor 2012-13 super lig, aykut kocaman is forced to resign as fenerbahce coach.
  • Capital steez, a young rapper from flatbush in ny, committed suicide that night at 23:59.

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December 23, 2012: What were the main match results that day?

Jupiler League - Football (Belgium)

  • Genk - Anderlecht : 2 - 4
  • Standard - Club Brugge : 1 - 3

Division 2 - Football (France)

  • Sedan - Nantes : 0 - 0

Le Championnat - Football (France)

  • Marseille - St Etienne : 1 - 0
  • Toulouse - Sochaux : 2 - 0
  • Valenciennes - Evian Thonon Gaillard : 2 - 1

Premier League - UK Soccer

  • Chelsea - Aston Villa : 8 - 0
  • Hearts - Dundee United : 2 - 1
  • Kilmarnock - Hibernian : 1 - 1
  • Swansea - Man United : 1 - 1
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December 23, 2012: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 23rd is Capricorn.

Capricorn is the 10th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between December 22nd and January 19th belong to the Capricorn sign: discover Capricorn personality and who should a Capricorn marry.

Babies born in December are either Sagittarius or Capricorn. People born before December 21st are Sagittarius, while people born from December 22nd have the sign of Capricorn.

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December 23, 2012: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 23, 2012 is Dragon and the associated element is Water.

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Discover the planets positions on December 23rd, 2012 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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December 23, 2012: What was the moon phase on that day?


Moon phase

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The moon phase on December 23, 2012 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 23, 2012 and is determined by the portion of the Moon's illuminated surface that is visible from Earth.

An observer located in New York City on December 23, 2012 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 86% full, rising at 01:21 pm and setting at 03:53 am.

The previous full moon was on Nov 28, 2012 while the next full moon would come on Dec 28, 2012.

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Who was born on December 23, 2012?


Whose famous birthday is on December 23rd?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on December 23rd:

  • Corey Haim
    Corey Haim

    Corey Haim was a Canadian actor known for his roles in 1980s films like 'The Lost Boys'.

  • Estella Warren
    Estella Warren

    Canadian actress and model.

  • Marie Bell
    Marie Bell

    From 1924 to 1973, french actresses on the screen.

  • Donna Tartt
    Donna Tartt

    American author.

  • Joan Severance
    Joan Severance

    American model actress and producer.

  • Finn Wolfhard
    Finn Wolfhard

    Finn Wolfhard is a Canadian actor known for his role in Stranger Things and co-founder of the production company, Sun MGMT.

  • Robert Bly
    Robert Bly

    American poet, translator and editor.

  • Esther Phillips
    Esther Phillips

    American singer best known for her r&b vocals.

  • Harry Shearer
    Harry Shearer

    American actor, director, and satirical writer.

  • Elizabeth Hartman
    Elizabeth Hartman

    Actress (fixer patch of blue, patch of blue), is killed at 45.

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December 23, 2012: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 11 years 3 months old,

or 135 months and 6 days old,

or 587 weeks and 5 days old,

or 4114 days old,

if you were born on December 23, 2012.

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on December 23, 2012?

There are 269 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday December 23rd 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 23, 2012?

You belong to the Gen Z generation if you were born on December 23, 2012.

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December 23, 2012: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on December 23, 2012:

  • Jean Harris

    American educator and murderer (b. 1923).

  • Eduardo Maiorino

    Brazilian mixed martial artist and kick-boxer (b. 1979).

  • Lêdo Ivo
  • Nguyễn Hồng Hà
  • Evelyn Ward
  • Cristian Tudor
  • Colin Davis

What famous deaths happened on December 23rd?

Famous deaths on December 23rd:

  • Jack Webb
    Jack Webb

    American actor who appeared in films such as "sunset blvd.

  • Charlie Drake
    Charlie Drake

    British comic (plank rhubarb rhubarb splish splash).

  • Patric Knowles
    Patric Knowles

    English actor (b. 1911).

  • Billy Barty
    Billy Barty

    American actor and singer (d.2000).

  • Truda White

    Renowned actress known for her roles in classic films.

  • Emmilia Plater

    Polish-Lithuanian revolutionary and military leader.

  • Venida Browning

    Renowned jazz singer and performer during the mid-20th century.

  • Earmon Hubbard

    American track and field athlete who set a world record in the long jump.

  • John Chamberlain

    Pioneer in computer science and artificial intelligence.

  • Mikhail Kalashnikov

    Russian general and weapons designer, designed the ak-47 rifle (b. 1919).

See more famous people and celebrities who died on December 23rd

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December 23, 2012: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on December 23, 2012:

  • Festivus (from sitcom Seinfeld)
  • Oaxaca - Night of the Radishes
  • Secular humanism (American) - HumanLight observed
  • R.C. Saints - John Cantius ; Thorlac Thorhallsson, patron saint of Iceland
  • Sweden - Birthday of Queen Silvia, an official flag day
  • Japan - The Emperor's Birthday - Birthday of Akihito, the current Emperor of Japan
  • Roman festivals - Larentalia, a festival in honor of Larenta
  • Ancient Latvia - Ziemassvetki held
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December 23, 2012: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on December 23, 2012 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week December 17th and December 23rd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


December 23, 2012: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on December 23, 2012 was Locked Out Of Heaven by Bruno Mars, according to the music chart for the week December 17th and December 23rd.

December 23, 2012: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on December 23, 2012 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 17th and December 23rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Locked Out Of Heaven
  2. - Diamonds
  3. - Die Young
  4. - Ho Hey
  5. - One More Night

December 23, 2012: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on December 23, 2012 was Diamonds by Rihanna, according to the R&B music chart for the week December 17th and December 23rd.

December 23, 2012: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on December 23, 2012 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week December 17th and December 23rd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Diamonds
  2. - Girl On Fire
  3. - Swimming Pools (Drank)
  4. - Thrift Shop
  5. - Clique

December 23, 2012: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?

The number 1 Latin song on December 23, 2012 was Algo Me Gusta De Ti by Wisin & Yandel Featuring Chris Brown & T-Pain, according to the Latin music chart for the week December 17th and December 23rd.

December 23, 2012: What was the Latin music chart on that day?

The Latin music chart on December 23, 2012 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week December 17th and December 23rd. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:

  1. - Algo Me Gusta De Ti
  2. - Por Que Les Mientes?
  3. - Volvi A Nacer
  4. - Limbo
  5. - Solo Vine A Despedirme

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December 23, 2012: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on December 23, 2012 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Moneyball

Moneyball

Release year: 2012

Directed by: Bennett Miller

Starring: Brad Pitt, Robin Wright, Jonah Hill, Philip Seymour Hoffman

Country: United States of America

Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol

Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol

Release year: 2012

Directed by: Brad Bird

Starring: Tom Cruise, Jeremy Renner, Simon Pegg, Paula Patton

Country: United States of America

The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel

The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel

Release year: 2012

Directed by: John Madden

Starring: Judi Dench, Bill Nighy, Maggie Smith, Tom Wilkinson

Country: United States of America

ParaNorman

ParaNorman

Release year: 2012

Directed by: Chris Butler, Sam Fell

Starring: Kodi Smit-McPhee, Anna Kendrick, Christopher Mintz-Plasse, Tucker Albrizzi

Country: United States of America

Killer Joe

Killer Joe

Release year: 2012

Directed by: William Friedkin

Starring: Matthew McConaughey, Emile Hirsch, Juno Temple, Thomas Haden Church

Country: United States of America

December 23, 2012: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on December 23, 2012 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Parental Guidance

Parental Guidance

Release year: 2012

Directed by: Andy Fickman

Peter Rabbit

Peter Rabbit

Release year: 2012

Directed by: Will Gluck

Euphoria

Euphoria

Release year: 2012

Directed by: Lee Boot

The Returned

The Returned

Release year: 2012

Directed by: Manuel Carballo

The Greatest Event in Television History

The Greatest Event in Television History

Release year: 2012

December 23, 2012: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on December 23, 2012 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Flight Behavior by Barbara Kingsolver

Flight Behavior

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"Kingsolver has a gift for reading words. "--TimeThe extraordinary New York Times bestseller of The Lacuna (winner the Orange Prize), The Poisonwood Bible, and Animal is a Pulitzer Prize nominee.

The Black Box by Michael Connelly

The Black Box

By:

Harry Bosch connects the bullet from a crime that occurred 20 years ago to a file from 1992 about the murder of a young woman photographer during the L.A.

Merry Christmas, Alex Cross by James Patterson

Merry Christmas, Alex Cross

By:

It's Christmas Eve, and Detective Alex Cross is called to arrest someone who robbed his church's poorbox. Alex leaves the mission behind and returns home to celebrate Christmas with his children, Nana, Bree, and Alex.

Killing Lincoln by Bill O'Reilly and Martin Dugard

Killing Lincoln

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This riveting historical story of the events surrounding the assassination and murder of Abraham Lincoln is the first book of history by Bill O'Reilly. The anchor of The O'Reilly Factor tells the story

Threat Vector by Tom Clancy, Mark Greane

Threat Vector

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President Jack Ryan must stop a Chinese plan to invade Taiwan.

December 23, 2012: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on December 23, 2012 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Blade & Soul

Blade & Soul

Platform: Microsoft Windows

Genre: Fantasy

Publisher: NCSOFT Tencent (CN) Innova (RU)

Epic Mickey 2: The Power of Two

Epic Mickey 2: The Power of Two

Platform: PlayStation 3, Wii, Xbox 360, Wii U, Microsoft Windows, PlayStation Vita

Genre: Platform

Publisher: JP Spike Chunsoft

Anna

Anna

Platform: Microsoft Windows, OS X, Linux, Xbox 360, PlayStation 3

Genre: Puzzle game

Publisher: Kalypso Media

Criminal Case (video game)

Criminal Case (video game)

Platform: Facebook (Adobe Flash), iOS, Android

Genre: Puzzle

Bubble Safari

Bubble Safari

Platform: Internet

Genre: matching game, social network game

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Who was the US President on December 23, 2012?

On December 23, 2012 the US President was Barack Obama (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 23, 2012?

On December 23, 2012 the UK Prime Minister was David Cameron (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on December 23, 2012?

On December 23, 2012 the Pope was Benedict XVI.

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What is special about December 23rd?

December 23rd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 23rd day of the month of December. It is a date that occurs annually and is part of the Gregorian calendar, which is widely used around the world.

Over the years several events happened on December 23rd, such as:

  • 2018 - Drone incident at gatwick airport: two people were arrested by police just two days before and released without charge.
  • 2017 - 2017 pacific typhoon season: tropical storm tembin: in the philippines, more than 200 people have been killed by floods and mudslides triggered by severe tropic storm vinta.
  • 2016 - Syrian civil war: more than 100 syrian army pows were reportedly found in east aleppo, the last rebel-held territory. they claim that they were executed by rebel forces.

Find out more about December 23rd

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What happened in 2012?

2012 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Arab Spring
  • The Arab Inter-parliamentary Union is an advisory body to Arab League and calls for the removal its monitors in Syria. They claim that they inadvertently help the government cover-up ongoing violence.
  • Syrian opposition groups claim that more than 5,800 people were killed in violence during 2011.

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What was the calendar for December 2012?

December 2012 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with December being the 12th month of the year. This calendar is characterized by 12 months, 365 days in a common year, and 366 days in a leap year, such as 2012.

Discover how December 2012 calendar looked like.

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